User`s guide

Introduction 3

Connectors on the AlterPath OnSite

The following table describes the purpose of the connectors on the OnSite.

How to connect servers and other devices to the connectors is described in the

AlterPath OnSite Installation Guide.

Table 1-1: OnSite Connectors and Intended Uses

Connector Purpose

Serial ports Connecting servers and other devices that have console ports, and

dumb terminals. See “Serial Ports” on page 4.

KVM ports Connecting servers that have monitors, keyboards, and mice. See

“KVM Ports” on page 4.

Modem port Connecting an active telephone line for dial-in access to the

internal modem. (Does not rely on the IP network being up.)

Video, [mouse],

[keyboard]—KVM

connectors

Connecting a monitor, keyboard, and mouse to create a Local User

Station. Once the equipment is connected and the OnSite and the

monitor are turned on, an OSD (onscreen display) login screen

appears and a local user can log in and access its features. See

Chapter 7, “OSD for All User Types” for details.

Console port Connecting the OnSite to a terminal or a computer running a

terminal emulator for local management access.

AUX 1 and AUX 2

ports

For any of the following:

• Connecting an optional external modem for dial-in access

• Connecting an optional CSU/DSU device for dial-in access

• Connecting an optional AlterPath PM IPDU or to multiple

daisy-chained IPDUs.

Ethernet Connecting to an Ethernet network for Intranet and Internet access.

Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT Ethernet speeds are supported.

PCMCIA card slots Inserting PC cards providing additional access and storage options,

including dial-in access through modem or wireless phone cards.